Cuba waits for Russian oil tanker to arrive amid US blockade

Cuba is awaiting the arrival of a Russian oil tanker carrying thousands of barrels of oil, expected to alleviate the island's ongoing fuel crisis. The delivery comes after nearly three months of a US blockade that has significantly impacted Cuba's access to resources. The sanctioned Russian tanker is intended to provide much-needed fuel to residents in Havana and across the country. The anticipated arrival, reported on March 30, 2026, offers hope for easing the current fuel shortages. Al Jazeera is reporting from Havana on the situation.